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[May 25, 2006] TwinMOS Launches iPod Audio System
[Feb 24, 2006] VIA Launches New VT1708 HD Audio Codec
[Nov 28, 2005] Diamond reenters sound card market
[Oct 24, 2005] New I-Trigue L3800 speaker system
[Sep 13, 2005] Numark launches iPod mixing console
[Sep 12, 2005] Dolby Labs announces TrueHD audio
[Aug 10, 2005] Logitech speakers for mobile music
[Aug 10, 2005] Creative intros X-Fi sound card
[Jul 22, 2005] Sound Blaster 24-bit in boards and PCs
[May 16, 2005] Creative announces new audio processor

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TwinMOS Launches iPod Audio System
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: May 25, 2006 - 6:52 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.twinmos.com/bluetooth/boom/boom.htm

TwinMOS has announced its BooM I 2.1 audio system compatible with most iPod models. The equipment consists of two parts: the system itself, containing four satellite speakers with 32 W total output, and a subwoofer, with 25 W output. Besides iPods, it supports other MP3 players, CD players, desktops, notebooks and TVs through a stereo mini jack connection. The system includes an IrDA remote control and an optional Bluetooth receiver.

TwinMOS BooM iPod

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VIA Launches New VT1708 HD Audio Codec
Author: Gabriel Torres Date: February 24, 2006 - 6:28 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/audio/8-channel/vt1708/
VIA VT1708VIA released a new audio codec, called VT1708, supporting 8-channel audio (7.1 format), 100 dB signal-to-noise ratio for digital/analog conversion and 95 dB signal-to-noise ratio for analog/digital conversion, 24-bit resolution and 192 KHz sampling rate.
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Diamond reenters sound card market
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: November 28, 2005 - 12:51 PM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.diamondmm.com/xtremesound.php
Diamond Multimedia is reentering the sound card market with two products. The Xtreme Sound incorporates 24-bit Dolby 7.1 surround sound, 10-band equalizer, preset audio environments, headphone, speeker and a multi-track recording and editing studio (Audacity). The Xtreme Sound DDL adds Double Digital Live, which converts audio signals into a Dolby Digital bitstream, for transport and playback through a home theater system. Suggested retail prices are USD 30 and USD 60.
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New I-Trigue L3800 speaker system
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: October 24, 2005 - 6:26 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.creative.com/products/product.asp?category=4&subcategory=27...

Creative has announced a new 2.1 speaker system in the I-Trigue family. The L3800 promises to transform any Zen player into a high-fidelity sound system. A wireless remote is used to control both the speakers and the media device. Delivering 48 W of RMS, the new I-Trigue uses Creative’s NeoTitanium micro driver technology and Lateral Firing Transducers (LFT), driven separately by two amplifiers present in each satellite. Suggested retail price is USD 150.

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Numark launches iPod mixing console
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: September 13, 2005 - 10:02 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.numark.com

Numark has launched a two-channel mixer that enables DJs and iPod enthusiasts to integrate portable music libraries with other music and sound reinforcement systems. The iDJ has two docking stations compatible with all models of the Apple player. Features include 3-band EQ with gain control on both channels, dedicated microphone input with tone and level control, phono/line inputs and turntable spindle receptacle.

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Dolby Labs announces TrueHD audio
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: September 12, 2005 - 6:58 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://investor.dolby.com/ReleaseDetail.cfm?ReleaseID=172491
Dolby Laboratories has announced a lossless audio technology called TrueHD, designed to complement high-definition optical disc formats, such as HD DVD and Blu-ray, and promising performance correspondent to the highest-resolution studio masters currently available. The standard incorporates higher bit rates, additional channels, enhanced stereo mix support and metadata functionalities, including dynamic range control and dialogue normalization.
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Logitech speakers for mobile music
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: August 10, 2005 - 9:50 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.logitech.com/index.cfm/products/categories/US/EN,crid=18&ca...
Logitech released two new speaker systems designed for portable music players. The mm50, customized for Apple’s iPod, offers exclusive features, a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery said to last 10 hours per charge and a remote control. Max-X high-excursion drivers and three inch pressure drivers promise fully balanced audio, maximum bass response and minimal distortion. It will be available in September with a suggested retail price of USD 150. The Logitech mm28, in its turn, can be used with any MP3 or CD player equipped with a 3.5 mm audio jack. The speakers use NXT flat-panel technology and are said to run for 45 hours on a single set of AA batteries. Suggested price is USD 80.
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Creative intros X-Fi sound card
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: August 10, 2005 - 5:33 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.creative.com/press/releases/welcome.asp?pid=12163
Creative will start selling later this month a new series of Sound Blaster sound cards called X-Fi. Based on the X-Fi Xtreme Fidelity audio processor, which is capable of 10,000+ MIPS, the products achieve up to 116 dB SNR (in the Elite Pro model). The X-Fi Fatal1ty FPS, named after professional gamer Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel, provides 109 dB quality and includes 64 MB of on-board X-RAM for high performance gaming. All cards utilize Sound Blaster’s 24-bit Crystalizer and CMSS-3D technologies. Prices range from USD 200 (XtremeMusic) to USD 400 (Elite Pro).
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Sound Blaster 24-bit in boards and PCs
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: July 22, 2005 - 6:40 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://www.creative.com/press/releases/welcome.asp?pid=12155

Creative has announced the adoption of its Sound Blaster Live! 24-Bit processor by Gigabyte, MSI and Shuttle. The eight-channel processor delivers 96 kHz sound and includes EAX technology. Two MSI boards – K8N Diamond e P4N Diamond – already feature the chip. Gigabyte will offer it on the upcoming GA-G1915P. The Live! 24-Bit processor is also available in Shuttle’s SD31P barebone and will appear in at least three future models.

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Creative announces new audio processor
Author: Rodrigo Chia Date: May 16, 2005 - 7:11 AM PST
Category: Audio
More Info: http://us.creative.com/corporate/pressroom/releases/welcome.asp?pid=12088
Creative has announced the introduction of a new audio standard called Xtreme Fidelity. It is based on the upcoming X-Fi Xtreme Fidelity audio processor, which brings more than 51 million transistors and is capable of 10,000+ MIPS. According to the company, the X-Fi is 24 times more powerful than its predecessor. The multiple engine design dynamically direct resources through a modular architecture. New applications will be showcased this week, during the E3 Expo, in Los Angeles.
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